Our principal and staff
Get to know our school staff. We're all here to help.
The principal is responsible for the educational leadership and management of our school. If you would like to speak to the principal, please contact us to make an appointment.
Our school administrative staff can answer inquiries or direct you to the appropriate staff member for help.
Welcome from our principal
“I’m excited to welcome you to our school, where we create a supportive environment for every child to thrive. We value respect, curiosity and teamwork.
We’re proud of our dedicated staff and strong partnerships with families. Together, we ensure students feel valued and inspired to learn.
I invite you to explore our website to discover what makes our school special. We look forward to welcoming you into our community.”
Mr Ian Pattingale, Principal of Temora High School
Our school leaders
Our school leaders, including our principal, guide teachers and students. They help create a school culture where every child is supported to grow and thrive.
Mathematics, Creative and Performing Arts
Science, PDHPE
Learning and Support
Our teaching staff
Our professional, university-educated teachers encourage students to develop a love of learning and a desire to succeed. They maintain the highest integrity and concern for your child’s wellbeing.
English/HSIE/Language/Library
- Head Teacher - Mrs Catherine Drumore
- Mr Sean Blackwell - English, HSIE
- Miss Syd Dinsdale - English, HSIE
- Mrs Michelle Groth - English, HSIE
- Mrs Jenni Irvine - English, HSIE, Language
- Mrs Nathalie Markam - HSIE
- Ms Rachel Wilton - English
- Mrs Patricia Willoughby - Librarian
Mathematics
- Head Teacher - Ms Susan Riley
- Ms Grace Allen
- Mr Ross Devereux
- Miss Lucy Voerman
Science
- Head Teacher - Mrs Jessianne Wiencke
- Mr Ian Groth
- Mr Jonathan Irvine
- Mrs Melissa Manwaring
Technology and Applied Studies
- Head Teacher - Mr Jake Kilgannon
- Mr Brenton Hawken
- Mr Jason Milnes
- Miss Chelsea Walker
PDHPE
- Head Teacher - Mrs Jessianne Wiencke
- Miss Kate Bruce
- Mrs Kathryn Kemp
- Ms Beth New
- Mrs Elizabeth Pattingale
Creative and Performing Arts
- Head Teacher - Ms Susan Riley
- Mrs Sheree Elwin - Dance
- Ms Jeanette Gash - Art
- Miss Sarah Stephens - Drama/Dance
- Mr Daniel Van Ruth
Learning and Support
- Head Teacher - Nicole Crawford
- Mrs Sharon Beattie
- Mrs Karen Galloway
- Mrs Lauren Krause
- Miss Kellie Oliver
Careers Adviser
- Ms Tracey Eisenhammer
Wellbeing and support staff
Our wellbeing and support staff guide student wellbeing, learning needs and inclusion. They work with teachers to make personalised adjustments. We make our school welcoming and accessible to every child.
Learning and Support
- Mrs Belinda Krause
- Mrs Bianca Matthews
- Mrs Kirsty Roddy
Student Support Officer
- Mrs Megan Hawksworth
School Counsellor
- Mrs Jo Brennan
Aboriginal Education Officer
- Mr Stewart James
Student Learning Support Officers
- Ms Angela Dahlenburg
- Mrs Irene Maguire
- Mrs Denise Miller
- Mr Stephen Reardon
- Mr Scott Sinclair
- Mrs Colleen Storm
- Mrs Donna Tudulu
Administrative and operations staff
Our admin and operations staff help our school run smoothly. They support students, teachers and families every day.
Administration Office
- Business Manager - Mrs Tanya O'Reilly
- Administration - Ms Jessica Elliot, Mrs Alyce Hinchcliffe, Mrs Renae Manning
- Curriculum and Student Wellbeing - Ms Helen Tyack
- Community Engagement - Mrs Tracey Moroney
Assistants
- Science - Mrs Gillian Bett
- Library - Mrs Ros Leary
- TAS Kitchen - Mrs Caroline Tait
Technology Support
- Mr Jason Milnes
General/Farm Assistant
- Mr David Field